Quantum train location testing on the London Underground
UK: Researchers are using a London Underground train to test whether quantum inertial navigation systems could be used to provide accurate location information for condition-based monitoring, train control and signalling applications without needing satellites or lineside equipment.
London trial of all-day Friday off-peak fares agreed
UK: Agreement has been reached to trial all-day off-peak rail and Underground fares in London on Fridays from March 8 until May 31.
London Underground orders second-generation safety system
UK: London Underground has awarded Drallim Industries a contract to design, manufacture and service an enhanced version of the Permanent Current Rail Indicating Device.
Steve Murphy to leave MTR UK
UK: MTR UK Chief Executive Steve Murphy is to leave ‘to pursue other career goals’, Hong Kong-based transport group MTR Corp announced on February 23.
Three shortlisted for Docklands Light railway operating contract
UK: Transport for London has shortlisted three bidders for the next contact to operate Docklands Light Railway automated metro services.
Tokyo Metro amongst bidders for Elizabeth Line operating contract
UK: Transport for London has shortlisted four bidders for the next concession to operate services on the cross-city Elizabeth Line.
London Overground routes get new names
UK: Names have been announced for the six London Overground inner-suburban rail routes. They do not currently have individual identities, and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said giving them distinct colours and names would ‘make it easier for passengers to get around’ while celebrating ‘London’s unique local history and culture’.
Youth representatives to join Transport for London meetings
Goole gets larger share of Piccadilly Line train contract
Elizabeth Line trains to be fitted with real-time driver advisory system
Transport for London sets out plan for ‘fairer, more accessible and inclusive’ network
Friday off-peak London fares trial still to be agreed
Heritage features restored at London Overground station
Government announces £250m one-year capital funding deal for Transport for London
London Underground train refurbishment underway
Transport for London plans more inclusive decision making
Funding uncertainty puts London Underground’s Piccadilly and Bakerloo modernisation plans at risk
London Underground's Piccadilly Line train on test
Process of appointing next Elizabeth Line operator gets underway
London Underground stations to be added to Google Street View